Last night, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania dined at the vice president’s residence with Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha. The gathering included only the four individuals, according to reports. Melania was seen in a leather dress, while Usha wore an elegant white-and-black skirt and blazer outfit. Vance shared a photo of the event on social media.

The meeting occurred as Democrats criticized Trump for avoiding public appearances following the government shutdown this week. House Democrat Hakeem Jeffries accused Trump of being “missing in action,” prompting White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt to dismiss the remarks as baseless. She emphasized that Trump was “working around the clock” with scheduled meetings and events.

Leavitt also addressed speculation about Trump contacting Democratic senators to end the shutdown, stating that Republican lawmakers were engaging directly with moderate Democrats. A White House spokesperson highlighted Trump’s recent press conferences and a Middle East peace agreement as evidence of his efforts.

The dinner’s topics remain unknown, though some speculated about casual conversations or shared humor. The meal’s menu was also left to speculation.